Common Sewing Machine Parts and Functions

Although basic sewing functions remain the same, the pattern of stitches is different. You
can put different types of stitch by the modern machine. For well-finished garments, you
need to buy a good quality machine, either you can buy a manual or automated. For
personal use, people used to buy a handheld machine.

Now with a modern machine, you can not only sew your cloth but also can do
embroidery. A good quality thread is required for getting better finishing and strength.

Choice of Right Brand of Sewing Machine

You may think about what brand you should choose among available brands. My
suggestion is, first determines the purpose and then decide the purchase decision. There
are many popular brands available out there.

If it is for home use, then the singer machine you can purchase. For industrial garments
production Juki, Janome and Brother these two brands are highly used all over the world
because of its good quality.

Therefore, to get long-term service from a sewing machine, you have to ensure regular
cleaning and maintenance. Put lubricants or oil into the required parts which are
functional. Sewing Machine Parts can be imported from China, Europe or buy from the
local market. Needle, bobbin, bobbin-case, oil, and lubricants are commonly needed parts
and require regular maintenance.
List of All the Parts of a Sewing Machine with Picture

All parts of the sewing machine with pictures are giving below for your better
understanding.

1. Balance Wheel
2. Bobbin Winder
3. Face Plate Thumb Screw
4. Feed Dog
5. Needle Bar Bushing
6. Needle Bar Thread Guide
7. Needle Clamp Thumb Screw
8. Needle Clamp
9. Needle
10. Presser Bar Lifter
11. Presser Foot Thumb Screw
12. Presser Foot
13. Pressure Regulating Thumb Screw
14. Spoon Pin
15. Tension Discs
16. Tension Spring
17. Thread Guide
18. Thread Take-Up Lever
19. Thread Take-Up Spring
20. Throat Plate
21. Stitch Indicator Plate
22. Stitch Regulator
23. Stitch Regulator Thumb Screw
24. Bobbin Winder Thread Tension
25. Bobbin Winder Spool Pin
26. Needle Plate
27. Bobbin Case
28. Bobbin
Here, we are giving details of 14 common parts of a sewing machine which we found
coHere, the details of 14 common parts of a sewing machine among 27 parts which we
found common parts of a singer sewing machine, Juki sewing machine.

Balance Wheel

In a traditional handheld machine and in a semi-auto machine, you can see that there is a
wheel on the top right corner of a sewing machine. Basically, it is used to run the
machine manually.

Needle

A needle is a sharp metal, very sharp in nature which has a small hole (eye) in which a
thread goes through. Basically, a needle is used for sewing. A needle consists of 5 parts.
They are a shank, Shaft, Front Groove, Point Scarf, and eye. However, for woven fabric
and denim, lather, knit fabric, different types of Needle are used and Needle made of steel
coated with chrome or titanium.
Different Size of Sewing Machine Needle

According to the purpose, Different sizes of a needle are used for different types of
fabric.

Sourcing of Needles

The needle is mainly sourced from China because of a cheap price. So you can also
source it locally if the order quantity is less.

Spool Pin

A spool pin is placed vertically or horizontally which actually used for holding the spool
of threads and this is a fixed part of a sewing machine.

Bobbin

A bobbin is one of an integral part and it is non-electrical parts. Bobbins can be found in
different electric devices. In a bobbin, threads are wired which is used for sewing. You
need to set the required thread into a bobbin. After finishing you have to refill the bobbin.

Sourcing of Bobbin

There are many popular brands of bobbin manufacturer, you can collect bobbin from
them. You can source either by importing or if locally available then purchase it locally
because it will be cheaper. Different manufacturers of sewing machine bobbins are:

1. Brother
2. Juki
3. Janome
4. Singer
5. Boby Lock
6. Bernina
7. Consew
 8. Elena
9. Kenmore
10. Riccar
11. Handi Quilter

Bobbin Holder

Bobbin holder is used to holding the bobbin into the machine. Bobbin holder also is
known as the bobbin case which is one of the key parts. Time to time you may need to
conduct cleaning and maintenance of the bobbin case. It is one of the commonly used
spare parts.

Presser Foot

A presser foot is used to hold the fabric in the right place on the throat plate so that
fabric cannot slip around. Sometimes it may require to change the pressure foot if you use
your machine for commercial garments production or small household business.

Tension Discs and Tension Spring

The tension discs used to control the thread tension to give proper stitch on the fabric. If
there is a problem of tension then you may see that stitch is not placing properly, it may
loose or tight. A tension spring is added to control the pressure so that two different
fabrics can join together with proper stitch. Tension discs and spring may need to change
if it is damaged. Sourcing options are local or source it from China or any other region if
you need a large quantity.

Remember that you have to clean dust from time to time from the tension discs
otherwise, you will get an improper stitch on the fabric.

Face Plate Thumb Screw

The faceplate thumb screw is used for attaching the faceplate of a sewing machine. You
may find it a traditional machine but normally this part is not required to replace it.
Thread Guide

Thread guide is a small part of a machine that has a hole inside, is responsible for
properly guide the threads from the spool pin to the hole of a needle. Thread guide is
made of steel or metal.

Throat Plate

The throat plate is placed between the pressure foot and bobbin case. This plate also is
known as a needle plate. It is made of metal and at the time of sewing, a pressure foot is
placed on top of the throat plate.

Stitch Indicator Plate

Stitch Indicator plate indicates the stitching type where different stitching number is
written. This plate is a fixed part of the machine that is not required to change but you
should clean the surface of the plate so that the written number is visible.

Stitch Regulator

By using a stitch regulator, you can regulate the type of stitch on the fabric. In accordance
with your requirements, you can switch into a different stitch or adjust your sewing stitch.

Bobbin Winder

Bobbin winder basically ensures the right direction of the threads from the spool to the
bobbin. An automated mechanical process works inside the machine.

Feed Dog

Feed dog helps to feed the fabric to the required direction, either backward or forward
using its teeth. It is a metal-based product. Normally it is not a visible part of a machine.
But if you look closely into the needle plate then you can see. If the feed dog is damaged
then you must need to change it.

Maintenance of Sewing Machine

Finally, a machine should be properly maintained to get long-lasting service. If you do

not clean and add lubricant properly then you may find a technical problem or not
functioning properly. Different defects you may identify and how you can ensure
proper maintenance?
 1. First, read the manual provided with the machine and follow the guidelines for
setting and start sewing.
2. Please clean after using it if there is any dust.
3. Do not give extra pressure if a thread is stuck in the bobbin case
4. Use good quality accessories
5. Regularly put good quality lubricants to the right place

Please note that, before purchasing check the seller’s background, years of experience,
and customer feedback. So that you can select the right supplier.

In conclusion, if you think you have any confusion or you want to add value to this article
then please let me know.

Written by
Md. Nahian Mahmud Shaikat
Email: nahian.mahmud@gmail.com

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Introduction:
Sewing machine plays an important role in the garments manufacturing industry. There are a
lot of sewing machines used in the ready-made garments sector. This article has shown all the
parts of a sewing machine and the function of those.
Different Parts of Sewing Machine:
1. Spool pin,
2. Bobbin binder spindle,
3. Bobbin winder stopper,
4. Stitch width dial,
5. Pattern selector dial,
6. Handwheel,
 7. Stitch length dial,
8. Reverse stitch lever,
9. Power stitch,
10. Bobbin winder thread guide,
11. Thread tension dial,
12. Thread take-up lever,
13. Needle clamp screw,
14. Presser’s foot,
15. Bobbin cover,
16. Bobbin cover release button,
17. Feed dog,
18. Needle,
19. Needle plate.
Functions of Sewing Machine Parts:
Functions of each sewing machine parts have discussed below:
1. Spool pin:
The main function of the spool pin is to hold the spool of thread.
2. Bobbin binder spindle:
During winding, the bobbin is placed here.

3. Bobbin winder stopper:

When the bobbin reaches its optimum capacity then the bobbin winder stopper stops the
bobbin winding
4. Stitch width dial:
The main object of the stitch width dial is to control the zigzag stitch.
5. Pattern selector dial:
The pattern selector dial is to set the symbol of the desired stitch pattern.
6. Handwheel:
The handwheel is used to raise and lower the need, which is situated on the right side of
the sewing machine.
7. Stitch length dial:
Stitch length dial is used to control the length of the stitch.
8. Reverse stitch lever:
The machine will sew in the reverse while the lever is pushed.
9. Power switch:
Power switch means the off-on office of the sewing machine. Normally power switch is
located on the right side of the machine.
10. Bobbin winder thread guide:
These types of thread guides are used during bobbin winding.
11. Thread tension dial:
A thread tension dial is used to control the tension on the top thread.
12. Thread take-up lever:
During sewing, the top thread passes through the thread take-up lever. Thread take-up
lever moves up and down with the needle.
13. Needle clamp screw:
The needle clamp screw holds the needle in its actual place.
14. Presser’s foot:
Presser’s foot holds the fabric in its definite place.
15. Bobbin cover:
During sewing, the bobbin cover protects and covers the bobbin holder.
16. Bobbin cover release button:
This type of button is used to release the cover for entrance to the bobbin.
17. Feed dog:
During sewing, the feed dog pulls the fabric forward.
18. Needle:
The needle is used to form a stitch in the garments.
19. Needle plate:
A needle plate is a metal plate that is situated under the needle and presser foot. It helps to
move the fabric forward during sewing